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NEY 418R

1977 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

68,887 mi
Last recorded68,887 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2012
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNEY 418R
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2012 68,887 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 68,887 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Fail 10 Sep 2008 68,867 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 68,867 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 68,832 miles

How Reliable is the MG Midget?

Based on 84,419 MOT tests across 9,949 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
9,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,648
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,284
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,239
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,079
Stop lamp not working 2,058
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NEY 418R is a 1977 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,429 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Midget fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NEY 418R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 49 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NEY 418R?

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What year was NEY 418R registered?

NEY 418R is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 24 May 1977.

Is NEY 418R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NEY 418R shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NEY 418R have outstanding finance?

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